2002 BMW 330 vs. 1963 Fiat 1300
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW 330 (237 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1963 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
